Return of Ulysses
The Return of Ulysses is a captivating painting by the renowned French artist André Derain, created in 1938. This large mural, measuring 152 x 391 cm, is a prime example of Naive Art / Primitivism, a style characterized by its simplicity and charm. The painting depicts a group of people gathered together in a room, engaged in conversation or enjoying each other's company, creating a lively atmosphere.
To learn more about the Naive Art Movement, visit The Naïve Art Movement.
Naive Art Movement
The Naive Art Movement is a style of visual art created by self-taught artists who lack formal education and training in the arts. This aesthetic is often emulated by trained artists, resulting in what is called primitivism, pseudo-naïve art, or faux naïve art. As seen in The Naïve Art Movement, this style emphasizes everyday life and is often characterized by bold colors and simple forms. The Return of Ulysses is a beautiful representation of this style, with its vibrant colors and simplistic forms. The painting is set against a backdrop that appears to be a wall or a canvas, giving it an artistic and dramatic feel. The individuals in the mural seem to be engaged in conversation or enjoying each other's company, creating a sense of community and social interaction.- The painting measures 152 x 391 cm, making it a large and impressive piece.
- The style is characterized by its simplicity and charm, with bold colors and simple forms.
- The painting depicts a group of people gathered together in a room, engaged in conversation or enjoying each other's company.
To learn more about the Naive Art Movement, visit The Naïve Art Movement.
André Derain (1880 – 1954)
André Derain (1880-1954): A key founder of Fauvism, celebrated for his bold colors & expressive style. Explore his iconic London paintings and evolution towards classicism.
About this artwork
- Title: Return of Ulysses
- Artist: André Derain
- Year: 1938
- Original dimensions: 152.0 x 391.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Naive Art
- Corpus context: renaissance classicism , social gathering scene
- Keywords: andré derain , large mural art , renaissance style
- Perceived brightness: bright


